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Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Georgia
Ranked #36 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of healthcare social workerss in Georgia earn between $43,260 and $86,990. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean healthcare social workers salary in Georgia is $64,910, about 9.6% below the U.S. average ($71,790). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville, GA | $67,180 | $72,050 | 160 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $66,360 | $63,870 | 320 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $65,280 | $67,630 | 4,130 |
| Rome, GA | $60,980 | $63,190 | 90 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $60,690 | $60,260 | 70 |
| Savannah, GA | $60,200 | $64,800 | 280 |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $59,910 | $59,550 | 220 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $59,650 | $61,450 | 220 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do healthcare social workers make in Georgia?
The median healthcare social workers salary in Georgia is $62,420 per year (mean $64,910), and about 80% earn between $43,260 and $86,990.
How much do healthcare social workers make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $64,910 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for healthcare social workers?
Georgia ranks #36 of 51 states for healthcare social workers pay. Its mean salary of $64,910 is about 9.6% below the U.S. average of $71,790.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay healthcare social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for healthcare social workers are Gainesville, GA ($67,180), Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC ($66,360), Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($65,280), by median annual wage.